Museum Archive: Vintage Eppinger Weedless Dardevle Midget, 3/16oz Red Devle fishing spoon #23326

Classic Red Devle paint stripes the face of this 1 1/2" (3.5 cm) spoon, a signature pattern that has defined the Eppinger brand for decades. Weighing in at a compact 3/16 oz (6 g), this Weedless Dardevle Midget (Product Code: 23326) is built for precision casting into heavy cover where standard lures might snag. The reverse side features a distinct "DARDEVLE MIDGET U.S.A." stamp deeply embossed into the metal. A robust weed guard, consisting of two flexible wires, protects the hook point, allowing it to navigate through lily pads and submerged vegetation. The paint on this specific specimen is exceptionally well-preserved, showing the crisp contrast between the red and white bands, which merits a condition rating of 5/5. This USA-made classic utilizes a single hook integrated into the body, secured by a sturdy rivet visible on both the front and back. The compact profile makes it a specialized choice for targeting panfish or trout in technical, overgrown environments.